Step 3: Neutralize. Create a thick paste out of baking soda and water. Apply to the spill to absorb it. Wait 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe up the mixture with paper towel and immediately put the soiled paper towel in the plastic bag. Apply another layer of the baking soda paste.
Causes of Bare Spots in the Lawn. Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation. Before beginning repairs, you need to determine the source of your problem.
Fixing Problem Lawns. Fixing Bare Spots. If your only problem is a bad spot or two, spot seeding can do the job: 1. Make sure the damage is not from a pest. 2. Remove dead grass and loosen the soil. 3. Spread grass seed and rake it in. 4. Mulch with a thin layer of weed-free straw, such as wheat straw.As an alternative, you can use a seed starter mat or seed blanket to help keep the seed and loose soil from washing or blowing away.here are a few things to think about to help your grass get off to a good start: 1  A healthy lawn needs good soil. 2  Don't apply a weed preventer (liquid or granular) or use weed and feed fertilizer when planning to sow grass.